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  • Vancouver, Canada

Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

  • Mobile ticket

  • Offered in: English

Explore Victoria’s history from its indigenous roots to the Victorian Era at your own pace with this affordable audio tour. • Take in the Inner Harbour where the city got its start and Victoria’s Chinatown which was once known for gambling and opium trade • Hear from producer Michele Davis whose passion for Victoria inspired her to lead guided tours – and to carefully craft this VoiceMap tour • Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

What to Expect

Private tour
9 places
1 hr 30 min – 2 hrs

Pass by: Inner-Harbour Pathway

The tour starts with a walk along the harbour where you'll hear how the city got its start.

Pass by: Legislative Assembly Of British Columbia

The tour makes a brief stop in front of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia. You'll learn about its architect, the building and more before continuing.

Pass by: Emily Carr Statue

The tour briefly stops in front of the Emily Carr Statue. You'll learn about Emily Carr and why she's being honoured before you continue on the walk.

Pass by: Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada

The tour stops briefly in front of the Empress Hotel. You'll learn about the hotel before continuing on the walk.

Pass by: Bastion Square

The tour stops briefly in Bastion Square. You'll hear about the square and then you'll have the opportunity to explore it before continuing with the tour.

Pass by: Old Town

The tour takes you through a portion of Old Town Victoria. You'll learn about the early development of the town while you walk.

Pass by: Fan Tan Alley

The tour takes you through Fan Tan Alley. You'll learn about its unique history.

Pass by: Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site

The tour takes you through Victoria's Chinatown. You'll learn about the area's history and the history of Chinese immigrants that call it home.

Pass by: Government Street

The tour takes you down Government Street and points out a number of historical buildings and unique shops.

What's Included

INCLUDED
  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
NOT INCLUDED
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink

Meeting And Pickup

Additional Info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Customer Reviews

Source: Viator and Tripadvisor

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15 total reviews

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Starting from

CA$16.65

per person

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